4 Series Luxury Line vs E46 M3 in NYC

georgere · 07-23-2013, 12:07 PM

A bit unfair to compare M3 with regular 3/4. I do agree 4 is not the best looking car out there though.

farishat · 07-23-2013, 12:18 PM

E46 looks the best
The F82 looks like zsa zsa gabor after many plastic surgeries and many more drinks.

Mahlzeit · 07-23-2013, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by farishat

E46 looks the best
The F82 looks like zsa zsa gabor after many plastic surgeries and many more drinks.

LOL - I would say more like Joan Rivers. Nipped, tucked, streeeeetched - nearly featureless. And trying really, really hard to impress.

It's all good though. I suppose I'm not the target customer anymore. No biggie.

Nek0 · 07-23-2013, 12:36 PM

btw that is a euro spec 435i not the american spec

BC87 · 07-23-2013, 12:46 PM

wow. amazing how old the new car makes the e46 look.

JasonCSU · 07-23-2013, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by wrickem

To me, it makes the e46 look prehistoric.

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Originally Posted by kdiggz

E46 looks ancient by comparison. I seem to have an opposite view than most of you. 435 lines are sleek and sexy. E46 is dated

I disagree. I see the E46 M3 as a timeless BMW design like the 507 roadster and 3.0 CSL coupe.

r3dbimmer89 · 07-23-2013, 01:04 PM

The E46 is classic in its own right but definitely looks super old compared to the 4er. The 4er looks like a new class..more baby 6er..so I guess BMW sort of got that part right....

Alan l. · 07-23-2013, 01:10 PM

The E46 M is the only E46 that still looks good especially if its outfitted with CSL parts. However, looking at the new 435 next to it really shows how much more premium the newer car is compared to the old. The 4 has a more GT coupe look to it much like the Audi A/S5.

Like someone mentioned comparing a non M to a M isn't apples to apples. Wait till the new M4 is out then we'll see.

Alan

igom3 · 07-23-2013, 01:26 PM

I don’t like the front of the 4 series at all. Interior is not so hot looking either, and seats look flat and uncomfortable. Back looks ok.

Matski · 07-23-2013, 01:38 PM

Not sure yet I'm totally sold on the 4er looks wise, but it does make the E46 look quite a lot like a toy, a bit plasticky, and slightly flabby.

Not a fan of the mods either.

E46 looks happyyyyy, F32 looks Angry Grrrrrr..

Amini77 · 07-23-2013, 02:02 PM

Needs msport body..but wow look how long the 3 series has come. The e46 has a timeless design.

PrinceBarin · 07-23-2013, 02:26 PM

Looks great in mineral grey but, whilst I like the chrome window trim, the chrome boomerang looks hideous (sorry).

Also, what gives with those seats - they are definitely not sports seats.

Overall though, this car looks better every time I see it. Just needs the M Sport finish.

PS: love the E46

strati1 · 07-23-2013, 02:29 PM

E46 M3 IMO is timeless, ill take a pure NA I6 any day over the f32. You just can't replace the wonderful sound when you open up the s54, never fails to make me smile.

bimmer_335 · 07-23-2013, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by BKap08

considering the e46 m3 is the most beautiful car bmw has made(purely my opinion) the 4 series cant hold a candle to it

+1
Cant wait to see real life side by side pics with e92

DASHOCKER · 07-23-2013, 03:00 PM

Wow it's already on NYC streets? Nice comparo. The f32 look like the old Mazda mx6 from some angles. Not bad though

ron_jeremy · 07-23-2013, 03:03 PM

The E46 M3 is a sport car, a true M.
The 4 luxury line with the chrome side vent, looks like a toy next to it!
It looks like a 5 serie next to the E46.

Pauleebe · 07-23-2013, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by F32

You're comparing a bone stock non-M car without even the M sports package to a lowered, modified M3. Cool story, bro.

This is a better comparison...

Agreed -

What's the point of this?

M3 is also on non-stock wheels and pretty modded from the looks of it.

BenTrovato · 07-23-2013, 03:20 PM

I liked the F32 a lot more before it was compared to the E46. While it looks more modern, it doesn't have that standout quality to it. Just my opinion.

johndeere · 07-23-2013, 03:53 PM

LOL at you guys getting bent out of shape about the e46 being an m3 and modded. It is also what? TWELVE YEARS OLD and to some looks better than the new 4. That in itself should stand for something.

raehza · 07-23-2013, 04:01 PM

Thanks guys!

Ray

Mak135i · 07-23-2013, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Transfer

A barge with a chrome bimmerang. ha

The 2 series can't arrive fast enough.

+1. I have the F30 only because I think of it as a "mid size" car that I use for work. The 2 should be just the right size/weight for a "sports sedan".

Palle · 07-23-2013, 04:12 PM

the new 4 series is so amazing!!!! That is a comparison between an M3 and and normal 4 series luxus line ... and the the 4 wins!!!!

07-23-2013, 12:07 PM	#45
georgere Lieutenant Colonel 586 Rep 1,935 Posts Drives: 2016 M3 BSM Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Stamford CT iTrader: (1)	Unfair A bit unfair to compare M3 with regular 3/4. I do agree 4 is not the best looking car out there though. __________________ My 1st love was 2006 BMW 325i Sport + Prem 6MT but I married the 2016 M3 BSM MDCT.
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07-23-2013, 12:18 PM	#46
farishat First Lieutenant 274 Rep 310 Posts Drives: 2004 E46 330i ZHP, 2024 G80 M3 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Seattle, WA iTrader: (0)	E46 E46 looks the best The F82 looks like zsa zsa gabor after many plastic surgeries and many more drinks.
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07-23-2013, 12:36 PM	#48
Nek0 Private First Class 11 Rep 183 Posts Drives: Turbo corn fed E46 M3 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Queens NYC iTrader: (0)	btw that is a euro spec 435i not the american spec
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07-23-2013, 12:46 PM	#49
BC87 Second Lieutenant 16 Rep 225 Posts Drives: 13 M5 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	wow. amazing how old the new car makes the e46 look. __________________ carlsturm - My E60 M5 suffers from "RPM lag" - I'm not concerned with F10 turbo lag
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07-23-2013, 01:04 PM	#51
r3dbimmer89 Major 331 Rep 1,268 Posts Drives: P-Car Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	The E46 is classic in its own right but definitely looks super old compared to the 4er. The 4er looks like a new class..more baby 6er..so I guess BMW sort of got that part right.... __________________ Past: BMW (22 G20 M340i, 15 F80 ///M3, 12 E92 335i, 08 E90 335i, 02 E46 325i) Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, VW, Lexus Present: 24 992 C2
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07-23-2013, 01:10 PM	#52
Alan l. Major General 5437 Rep 8,808 Posts Drives: 2020 F95 X5M Competition Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: United States iTrader: (9)	The E46 M is the only E46 that still looks good especially if its outfitted with CSL parts. However, looking at the new 435 next to it really shows how much more premium the newer car is compared to the old. The 4 has a more GT coupe look to it much like the Audi A/S5. Like someone mentioned comparing a non M to a M isn't apples to apples. Wait till the new M4 is out then we'll see. Alan __________________
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07-23-2013, 01:26 PM	#53
igom3 Major 76 Rep 1,147 Posts Drives: 02 E46M3 15 F80 M3 16 X5 35d Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: San Diego iTrader: (1) Garage List 2016 X5 35d [0.00] 2015 BMW M3 [0.00] 2002 E46 M3 [0.00]	I don’t like the front of the 4 series at all. Interior is not so hot looking either, and seats look flat and uncomfortable. Back looks ok.
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07-23-2013, 01:38 PM	#54
Matski Captain 151 Rep 842 Posts Drives: A slow BMW Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: England iTrader: (0)	Not sure yet I'm totally sold on the 4er looks wise, but it does make the E46 look quite a lot like a toy, a bit plasticky, and slightly flabby. Not a fan of the mods either. E46 looks happyyyyy, F32 looks Angry Grrrrrr..
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07-23-2013, 02:02 PM	#55
Amini77 Brigadier General 186 Rep 4,732 Posts Drives: Alpine White '13 550i Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Tarzana, CA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2013 BMW 550i [0.00]	Needs msport body..but wow look how long the 3 series has come. The e46 has a timeless design.
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07-23-2013, 02:26 PM	#56
PrinceBarin Major 83 Rep 1,322 Posts Drives: F82 CP (sold) Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Birmingham, UKWest iTrader: (0)	Looks great in mineral grey but, whilst I like the chrome window trim, the chrome boomerang looks hideous (sorry). Also, what gives with those seats - they are definitely not sports seats. Overall though, this car looks better every time I see it. Just needs the M Sport finish. PS: love the E46
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07-23-2013, 02:29 PM	#57
strati1 Lieutenant 30 Rep 457 Posts Drives: a slow car fast Join Date: May 2010 Location: DFW/SoCal iTrader: (0)	E46 M3 IMO is timeless, ill take a pure NA I6 any day over the f32. You just can't replace the wonderful sound when you open up the s54, never fails to make me smile. __________________ //Mods: Golf Tee, red out tails, smoked fogs, B&G S2 Springs, Adjustable Koni Yellows, Vorshlag Camberplates, PSS 225 square, Macht Schnell 90mm studs, H&R spacers 15mm front 20mm rear (no rubbing), RPI scoops, K&N
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07-23-2013, 03:00 PM	#59
DASHOCKER The power of V! 99 Rep 1,971 Posts Drives: 2007 335i coupe steptronic Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: NYC iTrader: (0) Garage List 1998 Lexus Gs400 [0.00] 2010 ebony & ivory [0.00] 2006 BMW X3 [0.00] 2009 pics [0.00] 2009 e92 335 xdrive [0.00]	Wow it's already on NYC streets? Nice comparo. The f32 look like the old Mazda mx6 from some angles. Not bad though __________________ 2007 335 coupe Alpine white, steptronic, sportpack, etc. (gone) 2006 X3 3.0 steptronic Titanium Silver, 2009 E92 335xdrive, next.... Caddy CTS_V! 13 Lincoln MKZ? hmmm.
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07-23-2013, 03:03 PM	#60
ron_jeremy Captain 513 Rep 985 Posts Drives: 13' F25 X3 20d & 16' i3 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Norway iTrader: (0)	The E46 M3 is a sport car, a true M. The 4 luxury line with the chrome side vent, looks like a toy next to it! It looks like a 5 serie next to the E46. __________________ 3 series: E30: 89 325i, E36: 92 325iC, 94 320iC, 96 320i Convertible, 94 320iaC, E46: 99 320ia, E90: 06 318i Le mans, E91: 07 318dt 5 series: E39: 97 520ia, 01 530Dat, E61: 09 520Dat X series: E83 05 X3 2.0d, E84 10' X1 2.0 X-drive DA, F25 13' 2.0da X-drive.
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07-23-2013, 03:20 PM	#62
BenTrovato Driver 37 Rep 1,577 Posts Drives: e92 335i Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Toronto iTrader: (4)	I liked the F32 a lot more before it was compared to the E46. While it looks more modern, it doesn't have that standout quality to it. Just my opinion.
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07-23-2013, 03:53 PM	#63
johndeere mhmmmm 136 Rep 633 Posts Drives: MS3X Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Toronto iTrader: (2)	LOL at you guys getting bent out of shape about the e46 being an m3 and modded. It is also what? TWELVE YEARS OLD and to some looks better than the new 4. That in itself should stand for something.
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07-23-2013, 04:01 PM	#64
raehza New Member 2 Rep 28 Posts Drives: 2004 M3 Coupe Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Fort Lauderdale iTrader: (0)	Thanks guys! Ray Last edited by raehza; 07-23-2013 at 07:50 PM..
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07-23-2013, 04:12 PM	#66
Palle Enlisted Member 0 Rep 46 Posts Drives: 1er Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Frankfurt iTrader: (0)	the new 4 series is so amazing!!!! That is a comparison between an M3 and and normal 4 series luxus line ... and the the 4 wins!!!!
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